St. Cloud City Council Ward 1 · Nov 3, 2026
Charlie Hobbs
Candidate for City Council Ward 1
Charlie Hobbs is running for St. Cloud City Council Ward 1 in the Nov 3, 2026 election, against Dave Masters.
Pre-registration deadline (you can still register at the polls) · Tue, Oct 13, 2026
Charlie Hobbs is a former philosophy professor who serves on the St. Cloud Planning Commission. He is also on the board of directors of Feeding Area Children Together.
- Campaign website
- charliehobbsforstcloud.org
In the Aug. 11 primary, Charlie Hobbs received 766 votes and Dave Masters 454 in Ward 1; Craig Heurung received 1,284 votes and Joe Baratta 1,087 in Ward 4. Minnesota Secretary of State · Aug 11, 2026
Where Charlie Hobbs stands: positions on the record
Housing1 sourced position
Named attainable housing, neighborhood safety and development, food security and downtown revitalization as Ward 1's biggest challenge.
“The biggest challenge facing Ward 1 is ensuring attainable housing and balanced neighborhood safety and development.”
Own statementSt. Cloud LIVE · Aug 8, 2026
Campaign priorities1 sourced position
Lists expanding attainable housing, enhancing public safety, revitalizing downtown and feeding the hungry as his campaign priorities.
Own statementCampaign website (accessed Oct 4, 2026)
Constituent communication1 sourced position
Said he would hold regular constituent meet-ups and stay responsive by phone.
“hosting regular, informal constituent meet-ups”
Own statementSt. Cloud LIVE · Aug 8, 2026
Also running for City Council Ward 1
- Dave Masters (incumbent)
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